Natural and technological ecosystems are closely related, however counter-intuitive it might seem at first. Investigating these overlapping areas through our senses, we venture in hybrid worlds of sounds, visuals and haptics. Between self-mutating algorithms and recursive patterns in nature, we explore similarities and aim to provoke questions about a more sustainable and tangible view of technology.

As an idea born out of the Master in Design for Emergent Futures at IAAC Barcelona, we produced and curated an exhibition about the similarities and contradictions of technological and natural ecosystems. Investigating these overlapping areas through our senses, we explore worlds of sounds, visuals and haptics. Between self-mutating algorithms and recursive patterns in nature, we draw similarities and aim to provoke questions about a more sustainable and tangible view of technology.The exhibition and its installations were entirely produced in a six-week period. They consist of sound-reactive 3D-printed clay pieces, interactive particle simulations, an audiovisual installation/instrument that can be played through biomaterial interfaces, a light sculpture by artist collective NA.B3 and a video installation on fractal patterns. Visitors could explore the exhibition space and take home a plant, including matching NFT, as a commemorative.Find more info here.

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